125
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80%
95
new jobs have been created in Maine by Roux portfolio companies
million in investment capital has been raised by Roux portfolio companies
of companies that participate in our residencies are led by women and/or people of color
startups in Roux programs to date

ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT THE ROUX INSTITUTE

Reinventing the way universities support entrepreneurs

Since 2020, the Roux Institute has been powering startups, cultivating talent, and enhancing industry in Maine. Our programs offer founders unparalleled access to Northeastern’s global network and a vibrant entrepreneurial community led by experienced founders and mentors.

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OUR PROGRAMS

The newest innovation hub on the East Coast

Founder Residency

The Founder Residency focuses on supporting founders who are women, people of color, LGBTQ+, and other historically marginalized people.

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Future of Healthcare Founder Residency

A partnership between the Roux Institute and Maine’s premier healthcare systems to drive innovation.

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ClimateTech Incubator

A regional hub for startups working on technology solutions to climate change.

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Capital Network

As we produce top-tier startups, we are also building our capital network to support these companies as they grow.

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Mentor Network

Our mentor network is a community of supporters with deep experience within the startup and corporate ecosystem.

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Start Summit

Start Summits are idea hackathons that support collaboration between curious, driven people from all over Maine.

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Entrepreneurship Treks

Entrepreneurship Treks are two-week, high-intensity programs that combine classroom learning with field study excursions.

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Upcoming Entrepreneurship Events

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Our Portfolio

The Roux Institute is attracting new companies and talent to Maine, investing in the talent and companies that are already here, and fostering deep connections across all layers of the startup ecosystem.

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Stories from the Roux

Startups pitch their ideas at the Founder Residency’s Venture Showcase
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Roux Institute awards $140k in Accelerate Grants to seven healthcare startups
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The Roux Institute welcomes 10 new health tech startups to Maine
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